The fastest road race in the world is the Silver State Classic Challenge held on a closed section of Nevada State Highway 318 with the current course record standing at 219.6430 mph average speed (353.48 km/h). Recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records, it was achieved by Robert Allyn (driver, USA) and David Bauer (navigator, USA) during the 2017 Nevada Open Road Challenge on 21 May 2017.

The 4-day event is packed full of gearhead activities and an awards banquet after-party held in the charming, rustic mining town of Ely, Nevada.

For over three decades, driving enthusiasts from around the world have gathered on the Nevada high desert for one of the truly most unique automotive events. Drivers traverse 120 miles of closed, two-lane public highway, comprised of long fast straights, sweeping corners, blind dips, even carving through a twisty canyon.

The best part is, if you’ve got the nerve, a little cash, and a fast ride, you too can join them to run as fast as you can, legally, down a public highway. 

For more information, visit https://www.sscc.us